Freecon Raleigh: The Future of the American Right

Join the John Locke Foundation and Carolina Journal for FreeCon Raleigh, an evening of timely political analysis, lively conversation, and ideas about the future of freedom and American conservatism. Wednesday, November 18, 2026 | 4–8 p.m. Renaissance Raleigh North Hills Hotel | Raleigh, North Carolina The evening will feature keynote speaker Stephanie Slade, senior fellow at the Reason Foundation and author of the new book Fusionism: Liberty, Virtue, and the Future of the American Right. Slade will explore the principles at the heart of fusionism and what they can tell us about the future of conservatism, classical liberalism, and the broader American political landscape. Books will be available for purchase, and Stephanie will be signing copies. Prior to dinner, FreeCon Raleigh will also feature two special panel discussions from Carolina Journal. The first will give attendees an exclusive early look at the November Carolina Journal Poll. With the 2026 election behind us, the conversation will move beyond the horse race to examine what North Carolina voters are thinking in the aftermath of Election Day. Attendees will hear the results and analysis before the full poll is released publicly at noon the following day. The second panel will be a live taping of The Debrief, Carolina Journal’s weekly YouTube show. Join the Carolina Journal team as they break down the latest developments in North Carolina politics and policy in front of a live audience. Dinner will be provided. Members of the press interested in covering FreeCon Raleigh may request a complimentary press pass by contacting [email protected].